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By Godgift Obodo Saturday, April 25, 2026, was a significant day as vibrant Bayelsans from Yenagoa Constituencies I, II, and III, who have indicated interest in contesting the forthcoming Bayelsa State House of Assembly elections, underwent screening exercises, under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Speaking with journalists about his ambition, one of…
Practicing journalist and blogger, Preye Bagou, has officially resigned his membership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released to newsmen on Wednesday, Bagou reiterated the need to realign with the ruling party at both the state and federal levels in order to contribute more…
Among the names being mentioned in ongoing conversations is Barrister Adigio Inangaebite Austin, whom some political observers describe as a strong contender. Supporters point to his professional background and perceived leadership qualities as factors that could enhance representation for the district.
“The Ijaw Parliament is the true manifestation of our existential reality… a melting pot of audacious representatives committed to the advancement of the Ijaw cause.”
Abuja, Nigeria — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially unveiled its schedule of activities and timetable for the 2027 general elections, setting the stage for a series of party processes beginning in April 2026 and culminating in primaries across all elective positions in May 2026. According to the timetable issued by the party’s National…
Former Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, has inaugurated the Agbura Ox-bow Lake Road in Yenagoa Local Government Area, alongside the Oporoma Referral Hospital located in Osokama, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area. Speaking at the event, Prof. Osinbajo commended the Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, for what he described as visionary leadership and impactful development strides…
A renewed call for purposeful representation is gaining momentum in Bayelsa as Adigio Inangaebite Austin steps forward with a bold message anchored on advocacy and development. Under the campaign theme, “A Voice for the Creeks,” the Bayelsa East Senatorial hopeful is positioning himself as a strong and reliable representative for the people of the riverine…
For a day with so much at stake, the atmosphere at the Ijaw House in Yenagoa was charged yet orderly, as delegates of the Ijaw National Congress (INC) gathered to elect a new President through a historic electronic voting process. Inside the conference hall, electoral officials carefully set up digital voting infrastructure, while journalists engaged…
History was recorded on Tuesday, April 13, 2026, at the Ijaw House in Yenagoa, as His Royalty, Dr. Anyanate Kio, Opuda Atabilaye Dia III, emerged as the new National Secretary of the Ijaw National Congress (INC) worldwide. Dr. Kio’s victory followed an extensive campaign across Ijaw territories, marked by wide consultations and grassroots engagement, culminating…
The Director of the City Boy Movement (CBM) in Bayelsa State, His Highness Chief (Barr.) Osomkime Edwin Blankson, has assured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of overwhelming support and a decisive re-election victory in 2027. Barr. Blankson gave the assurance while speaking to EMTV News during the official inauguration of the Bayelsa State chapter of the…
